Man Violently Attacked While Pumping Gas in East Columbus

FILE PHOTO: Choices at the gas pump including ethanol or no ethanol gas are seen in Des Moines

EAST COLUMBUS, OH – Detectives from the Felony Assault Unit are seeking assistance in identifying suspects involved in an attack at an east Columbus gas station.

The incident occurred on November 6, at a business located in the 6300 block of Refugee Rd.

A vehicle arrived at the scene, from which several individuals emerged and approached the victim, who was pumping gas.

The assault resulted in the victim sustaining a fractured jaw, a broken nose, and missing teeth. They managed to escape in their vehicle and sought treatment at a local hospital. The assailants, reported to have been in a gray Honda, remain at large.

Detective Gunther is leading the investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact him at 614-645-4860 or via email at jgunther@columbuspolice.org. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS (8477).

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